China Wok

2881 Clark Rd Ste 12, Sarasota, FL 34231
Chinese
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
58
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2023, China Wok has 10 inspections in the public record. On Apr 1, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.

Looking across the full record, “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.

Compared to other Sarasota restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat chicken. The operator moved the raw beef on bottom shelf under the ready to eat chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and pork not date marked in reach-in cooler across from cook line.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
10-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in employees restroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from deep frier gasket torn and walk-in cooler gasket torn.
14-11-5
58
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over containers of sauce in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink in the back of the kitchen blocked by containers of flour.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the employee restroom. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in the employee restroom. The operator provided soap for the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing above the walk in cooler.
36-36-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black substance. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
55
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
55
Jul 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Clean and in Good Repair
FL-52
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a hole in the ceiling above the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of the chest freezer in has exposed insulation. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
14-36-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels for the hand sink in the back of the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
33-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in and walk in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black substance. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
74
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler nearest the front counter. The operator stated the items have been held for approximately 3 hours. The operator placed the items in the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: Observed raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler nearest the front counter. The operator stated the items have been held for approximately 3 hours. The operator stored the above food products in the soda reach in cooler. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container of flour blocking access to the hand sink in the back of the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the door handle of the walk in cooler soiled with an accumulation of food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a hole in the ceiling above the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean linens stored in improper location. Observed clean aprons stored hanging in the employee restroom. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended**
21-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of the chest freezer in has exposed insulation. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended**
14-36-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels for the hand sink in the back of the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended**
33-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in and walk in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black substance. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on the food preparation surface of the reach in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
50
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (100F - Hot Holding) in the kitchen. The operator placed the rice in a warmer for reheating. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a box of medicine stored above foods near the front counter. The operator properly stored the medicine. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee touch their bare arms then handle clean equipment on the cook line. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
12A-10-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee touch their clothing then handle clean equipment on the cook line. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
12A-28-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed an employee not sanitizing dishware after washing and rinsing in the three compartment sink.
22-45-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked noodles in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler nearest the front counter. The operator stated the items have been held for approximately 3 hours. The operator placed the items in the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container of flour blocking access to the hand sink in the back of the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked egg rolls prepared on site not date marked after 24 hours.
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the door handle of the walk in cooler soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a hole in the ceiling above the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Clean linens stored in improper location. Observed clean aprons stored hanging in the employee restroom. **Repeat Violation**
21-16-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an employee drinking from an open container on the cook line.
12B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed the scoop used for rice stored hanging against a soiled wall in the back of the kitchen.
10-02-4
Basic - Interior of the chest freezer in has exposed insulation. **Repeat Violation**
14-36-5
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels for the hand sink in the back of the kitchen.
33-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in and walk in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black substance. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on the food preparation surface of the reach in freezer.
21-12-4
17
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over unwashed mushrooms in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw pork. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles stored hanging from a rack containing canned beverages. The operator properly stored the spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink in the back of the kitchen obstructed by a container of flour. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed steel wool stored in both handwashing sink in the kitchen. The operator removed the steel wool. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed clean soup containers stored on a shelf with soiled cardboard lining the shelf underneath the steam table.
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed the ceiling tile above the steam table in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Clean linens stored in improper location. Observed clean aprons stored hanging in the employee restroom.
21-16-4
Basic - Cooked pork not covered in the walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in chest freezer near the three compartment sink.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of reach in chest freezer has exposed insulation.
14-36-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gaskets at the reach I. Cooler and the walk in cooler doors soiled with a black slime like substance. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container stored in the walk in cooler with food to be served to customers. The operator properly stored the employee beverages. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Observed a soiled apron stored on the glass door reach in cooler door handle. The operator removed the soiled apron. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-14-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water in the three compartment sink. The operator placed the chicken in the walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
Basic - Rear exit door not protected with self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
35
Jun 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
45
Jan 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was China Wok last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at China Wok on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at China Wok?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at China Wok.

How does China Wok compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

China Wok most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has China Wok's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at China Wok have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at China Wok means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is China Wok inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, China Wok is inspected around three times per year on average.